EMM News Explorer: Serzh Sarksyan

[-said]: Concerning the arrest of Hayk Gevorgyan, I will refrain from expressing an opinion until the decision of the court, which I hope will happen as soon as possible

arka 06-FEB-12

[mentioned:]: The state bodies implement certain functions every day, including the fight against violations of the law and the revelation of those who are suspected of committing those violations. This activity in itself can objectively contain restrictions on the rights of a person. In order for those restrictions to be substantiated, there are certain legal restrictive procedures within the frameworks of which a body, in this case the court, has to determine how substantiated the police officers' actions are. Such iss

a1plus 04-FEB-12

[ said]: We want to continuously expand the Armenian-American relations in all the spheres,

armenpress 27-JAN-12

[-said]: Distinguished Generals, Officers, and Soldiers, through the awards handed to you on the occasion of the jubilee of the creation of the Armenian Armed Forces our country and our nation express their feelings for you dedicated service. Today, you are being awarded for your success and achievements, which make Armenia even stronger in every sense of the word. We are proud of you and your brothers in arms,

a1plus 27-JAN-12

[ said]: Today France has reaffirmed its greatness and power, its devotion to the universal human values,

asbarez 26-JAN-12

[ said]: I thank you for your personal commitment, for your invaluable input which made possible the adoption of the law criminalizing the denial of genocides. I convey to you these words of gratitude and wish you new and greater achievements for the benefit and the best future of France and the French people,

asbarez 26-JAN-12

[-wrote]: This day is exceptional for all those who are struggling for the protection of human rights, for the condemnation and prevention of crimes against humanity,

globalsecurity 24-JAN-12

[-concludes]: I thank you for your personal commitment, for your invaluable input which made possible the adoption of the law criminalizing the denial of genocides. I convey to you these words of gratitude and wish you new and greater achievements for the benefit and the best future of France and the French people. Please accept, dear Mr. President, the assurances of my highest consideration,

armenianow 24-JAN-12

[-said]: These meetings create good opportunity for discussion of our bilateral relations. I fully share your opinion that we have successfully completed the past year. The volume of trade turnover in 2011 increased by 15% which is a remarkable result,

armenpress 23-JAN-12

[-said]: The next program was the establishment of a foundation for young scientists. We came to an agreement during the meeting, and the program is in the stage of implementation. In addition to the government's programs, this will also serve as an impetus for young scientists,

a1plus 17-JAN-12

[-said]: As you know, [2012] is also a year of elections to the National Assembly,

rferl 05-JAN-12

[-said]: as early as possible.

asbarez 24-DEC-11

[-said]: I am very happy that we arrived at very important conclusions in my conversation with Mr. President,

asbarez 24-DEC-11

[-said]: Respected Mr. President, The adoption of the bill criminalizing the Armenian Genocide denial by the National Assembly of France just 2.5 months after your historic visit to Armenia and your words uttered at the Armenian Genocide Memorial and later at the French Square in Yerevan, is the best evidence of your personal commitment to the Armenian-French friendship, elimination of dividing lines in the region and reconciliation between peoples,

a1plus 23-DEC-11

[-said]: You and I have mentioned several times that the reforms in this sphere should increase our society's confidence in the system. It seems as though we haven't had any disagreements. But public confidence is not imaginary. It is countable. We can study and draw conclusions. Unfortunately, I must say that the results are unpleasant. We can't register serious changes in this sphere. The grounds for this evaluation are not only your reports, but also the results of studies that I had assigned,

a1plus 22-DEC-11

[-said]: There are phenomena that are making the issue become structural. We have many things to introduce and have to get involved in those issues. I would also like to know what kind of practical measures the four-year plan for legal and judicial reforms for 2012-2016 envisage to prevent or to rule out such phenomena,

a1plus 22-DEC-11

[-said]: We are proud of our historic contacts with Italy and the success achieved in the bilateral relations during the 20 years of independence. At the same time, we would like the Armenian-Italian cooperation to have more glorious pages in the future,

armradio 15-DEC-11

[mentioned:]: Today, we must correspond to the high standards that our printers Hakob Meghapart and Voskan Yerevantsi set for our nation. We have no right to deviate. As the example of printing and many other examples show, the Armenian nation has been the one paving the way, the one shedding the light and the locomotive for advancement, and we will not deviate from that course,

a1plus 15-DEC-11

[stated:]: Distinguished Businessmen, Ladies and Gentlemen, I cordially greet you and initiators of this important initiative. Ages-long Armenian-Italian friendship is anchored in the spiritual and cultural commonalities of our two nations. The geographical position has never been an impediment for the incessant deepening of our friendship which was formed centuries ago. In the area of trade and economy too, our cooperation has deep historical roots. In Italy, first references related to the Armenian merchants date ba

armradio 14-DEC-11

[ said]: Of course, it is nice to pronounce 50 percent, but in absolute terms these numbers are not satisfactory,

arka 14-DEC-11

[said:]: One day the Turkish leadership will find the strength to reconsider its approaches towards the Armenian Genocide… Sooner or later Turkey, which considers itself a European country, will have leadership which will bow at Tsitsernakaberd.

armenianow 14-DEC-11

[ explained]: We have discussed the Nagorno Karabakh issue. I noted that Azerbaijan is trying stubbornly to present the conflict as a religious disagreement within Islamic circles. I believe those who are more or less familiar with the history of the Armenian people and causes of the conflict will never believe such nonsense. But at the same time, we consider such approach to be extremely dangerous because there are also circles unfamiliar with the details and such anti-Armenian propaganda can have certain negative impac

asbarez 13-DEC-11

[ added]: One day Turkey’s leadership will find the strength to reassess its approaches to the Armenian Genocide,

asbarez 12-DEC-11

[ said]: We are confident that Turkey will repent. This is neither a precondition nor a effort to exact revenge. Turkey must face its own history,

asbarez 12-DEC-11

[ said]: Sooner or later Turkey, which considers itself a European country, will have a truly European leadership that will bow its head at Dzidzernagapert, The sooner the better, but that is up to the Turkish people,

asbarez 12-DEC-11

[-noted]: There are many issues where we may be useful for each other. We are small countries. Both Armenia and Lebanon have security issues,

armenpress 09-DEC-11

[said:]: We are sure Turkey is going to repent. It's neither a precondition nor an aspiration to take revenge. Turkey should face its history. Turkish leadership can find the strength to reconsider its approaches towards the Armenian Genocide.

armenianow 09-DEC-11

[ said]: Today, Lebanon is the 5th investor country in Armenia,

panorama 09-DEC-11

[ declared]: I’ve noted that in the Islamic countries Azerbaijan is trying to present the conflict under religious background. I think, if the history and the reasons of conflict of Armenian people are studied, it’s impossible to believe in that absurdity. We consider that kind of approach is dangerous, since there are circles unaware of the details, and such anti-Armenian campaign cannot be left without consequences,

panorama 09-DEC-11

[ said]: Today we have added 7 more, many of which are agreements governing economic cooperation

arka 09-DEC-11

[-added]: Lebanon [can play] a special role regarding Armenia’s efforts toward [strong] relations with Arab [states],

nowlebanon 09-DEC-11

[-said]: I think in case of knowing a little bit the history of the Armenian people and reasons of the conflict it will be impossible to believe in this nonsense,

armenpress 09-DEC-11

[-said]: . I do not differentiate between Diaspora Armenians and Armenians of Armenia, there are just Armenians for me,

armenpress 08-DEC-11

[-said]: We are continuing negotiations on attracting other investors,

globalsecurity 08-DEC-11

[-said]: We have always declared that the European direction is a priority for us. We have registered great achievements in the field. The European Union has not only become one of our most important partners in the outer world, but also plays an important role inside Armenia, contributing to the implementation of reforms and reinforcement of our economy and common stability,

armradio 08-DEC-11

[ said]: We are confident, Turkey must repent. This is neither a precondition, nor an ambition for revenge. Turkey must vis-à-vis with its own history. If Turkish government can find that commitment and re-value its approach towards the Armenian Genocide. Our disposition isn’t changed we’re committed to have normal relations with Turkey as neighbor countries,

panorama 08-DEC-11

[-declared]: We are certain that Turkey must repent. It is neither a precondition nor the wish to satisfy revenge. Turkey has to confront its past. For once, Turkey's leadership can find the strength and reevaluate its approaches on the Armenian Genocide,

a1plus 08-DEC-11

[ stated]: We have repeatedly said that we view the European vector as a priority. One of our key directions is to ensure a deserved role and place for Armenia in European structures. It is correct from the point of view of the entire political system. Currently Armenia’s political field is also Europeanizing and accepting European values,

panorama 08-DEC-11

[also said:]: We have to discuss our issues without avoiding our share of responsibility and, of course, I am the first one to be responsible for the flaws. But I would like all of you to participate, do your part and, as I already said, share the honor of success.

a1plus 08-DEC-11

[-also said]: It is difficult to leave a familiar environment and start something new in a familiar, but in reality unfamiliar homeland. For that, it is necessary to hold open and free discussions on the current issues so that we play by the European rules of the game in our homeland. Indicating the flaws is only half the effort, and the other half is missing. We have registered great progress, but we have issues and problems that we are all very aware of. It is necessary to seek the directions for overcoming the difficu

a1plus 08-DEC-11

[ said]: Armenia has a strategic program of energy development, where the nuclear energy development program plays a pivotal role. Only the existence of the Armenian Nuclear Power Plant in the structure of basic energy production will ensure the necessary energy security level in the country,

asbarez 07-DEC-11

[ said]: It is obvious that in case of a delay in the introduction of the new [nuclear] power-generating unit, we will have to solve the issue of extending the operations of the Armenian Nuclear Power Station’s [functioning] second power-generating unit,

asbarez 07-DEC-11

[-said]: I think only through negotiations we can reduce the tension in the region and it will contribute to our further development,

armenpress 29-NOV-11

[ said]: We were ready to stretch our hand of friendship first even at the time when we weren't sure that we would get an adequate answer,

rferl 29-NOV-11

[-said]: The construction of the North-South highway will connect Yerevan and Batumi which will promote the increase of trade turnover between the two countries,

armenpress 29-NOV-11

[-said]: In front of this prominent audience, on behalf of the Republic of Armenia, I reaffirm our commitment to conserve and, if necessary, restore all such values,

rferl 29-NOV-11

[-said]: You know that the conflict of Nagorno Karabakh is our great pain. The only realistic way is the negotiation process within the framework of the OSCE Minsk Group. Armenia will steadily move along that path, since the alternative to it will not benefit either us, or the neighboring nation,

armradio 28-NOV-11

[-stated]: Negotiations on such a serious and complex issue require patience and adherence to principles. The conflict is not a religious one, and all attempts to ascribe a religious nature to it are unconstructive. The two great religions - Christianity and Islam - should not be allowed to confront each other. Moreover, we consider unacceptable the destruction of monuments of historical, cultural and spiritual heritage under the guise of the conflict,

a1plus 28-NOV-11

[-said]: The CIS Inter-Religious Council is a unique collective force, which symbolizes the power of peaceful co-existence of different religions, their tolerance and reciprocal respect for each other,

a1plus 28-NOV-11

[ added]: I want to emphasize that the two latest national elections, both presidential and parliamentary elections, were assessed by international observers as largely corresponding to international standards. And now our objective is for this word ‘largely’ to be omitted [in the international observer report on the next elections],

armenianow 27-NOV-11

[ said]: Dozens of issues included in our agenda evidence that our relations become more multi-character during years

arka 21-NOV-11

[ said]: We are interested in strengthening and development of our relations and hope that it comes from the interests of both nations

arka 21-NOV-11

[-also said that]: will inevitably lead to the instability and development of distrust in the entire South Caucasus.

asbarez 18-NOV-11

[-said]: Under these conditions, Armenia is forced to focus greater attention on modernizing its military system as a key factor in containing the belligerent ambitions and ensuring stability in the region.

asbarez 18-NOV-11

[-said]: We should be grateful to Tsvetana Paskaleva for devoting most of her life to Karabakh war and immortalizing people who fought for their homeland with dignity. Without Paskaleva’s works people would not have a complete idea of Nagorno Karabakh conflict. I am sure Tsvetana Paskaleva will always be one of the most active participants of that liberation struggle,

panarmenian 18-NOV-11

[ said]: Armenia is seeking to further bolster the relations between the two countries in the different fields, specially in economy, and believes that close ties with Tehran would serve the interests of both nations as well as the other nations in the region,

asbarez 18-NOV-11

[ said]: The critical challenges facing the region are the unresolved conflicts which need comprehensive and final solutions. On many occasions, we have reiterated our solid will that the existing conflicts can be resolved only through peaceful negotiations on the basis of fundamental principles of international law,

asbarez 18-NOV-11

[ said]: Taron Margaryan is not a new person in Armenia's local government system. He gained public confidence and respect when he worked as head of the Avan community. Taron, you have no right to disappoint us and our fellow citizens. We support you and are always ready to assist you. But every man, every state official, must forge his own fortune. It is necessary to form a large team of supporters and solve the problems that Yerevan faces, alleviate the burden of our citizens and make our capital a more comfortabl

a1plus 18-NOV-11

[ added]: Such policies are not only a threat to the security of individual states in the region, but also may seriously endanger the uninterrupted functioning of the transit routes of energy sources. We shouldn’t allow the Southern Energy Corridor to become a source for feeding a new war. That is not good for the region and for the oil and gas companies,

asbarez 18-NOV-11

[ explained]: We are confident that open borders and the implementation of common economic programs can become the best incentive for the mutual understanding and consequently will create an environment of trust resolving problems,

asbarez 18-NOV-11

[ said]: The arms race unleashed by Azerbaijan, which exponentially exceed the ceilings set by the Treaty on Conventional Armed Forces in Europe (CFE), is cause for concern not only for Armenia and the region but also on a larger scale from the perspective of regional security,

asbarez 18-NOV-11

[ said]: We should be grateful to Tsvetana Paskaleva who devoted a great part of her young year to the history of our struggle, who stood next to an Armenian soldier, Armenian man and recorded the activities of those people who defended their country,

panorama 18-NOV-11

[-said]: Armenia is committed to the principles it proclaimed at the beginning of the process. It should be noted that Turkey needs to demonstrate political will to realize the international obligations,

armradio 17-NOV-11

[ explained]: There was, indeed, a technical problem during that event, the stage was right in front of our podium and the entire equipment, all the microphones were at a distance. And when I began to speak, the echo was so strong and it was hitting me back so that I simply couldn’t follow what I was saying. And that, of course, was the omission of our team,

armenianow 17-NOV-11

[said that:]: from the viewpoint of economic stability, we should be moving forward ensuring not only stability of the inflation level and financial system, but also reducing the level of state budget/GDP correlation year by year.

armenianow 10-NOV-11

[-said that]: The state should keep learning how to respect and guarantee the interests of citizens and entrepreneurs. The state and entrepreneur should become reliable partners.

armenianow 10-NOV-11

[-said]: Business needs a favorable business environment and we are going to ensure that,

rferl 10-NOV-11

[-said this would]: Instead, the state should keep learning to fully respect the interests of every citizen and entrepreneur.

rferl 10-NOV-11

[said that:]: the police of Armenia needs leaders like Vladimir Gasparyan

armenianow 10-NOV-11

[-said]: We must seek to win new international markets and create products which will be in demand worldwide. Private entrepreneurship is relatively new in Armenia, and this is why we must strive to keep abreast with international business trends,

arka 09-NOV-11

[-said]: Business needs political stability and a stable economic environment: we are going to guarantee both. As regards economic stability, we will not only ensure a low inflation rate and stability of the financial system, but will also decrease the ratio between the deficit and GDP in the state budget,

armradio 09-NOV-11

[ said]: Businessmen are entrusted with the mission of uniting their resources and creating new values,

a1plus 09-NOV-11

[-noted that]: We will ensure it. We have already laid the foundations for abrupt ascent on the international scale of freedom of business environment. Last year Armenia was in fact the only country in the world which made progress in all aspects of freedom. In this issue I expect new, more significant achievements, and the government is well aware of it.

panorama 09-NOV-11

[-said]: The government and businessmen must act as reliable partners. Business needs political stability and a stable economic environment: we are going to guarantee both. As regards economic stability, we will not only ensure a low inflation rate and stability of the financial system, but will also decrease the ratio between the deficit and GDP in the state budget,

a1plus 09-NOV-11

[-said]: I am happy to say that the Armenian-Iranian relations are on a high level. The number of joint projects increases, cultural exchanges become more intensive,

panorama 08-NOV-11

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